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Ep. 035 Sandy Cohan: Why Todays Young Athletes Have No Resilience
Keywords
youth sports, amateur sports, parenting, grit, resilience, mental edge, coaching, hyper-competitiveness, effort over results, imposter syndrome
Summary
In this conversation, Sandy Cohan discusses the challenges facing youth sports today, including hyper-competitiveness, the impact of parenting, and the importance of building grit and resilience in young athletes. The dialogue emphasizes a shift from a results-oriented mindset to one that values effort and personal growth. Sandy shares insights from his experience in coaching and mental performance, highlighting the need for effective communication with young athletes and the importance of understanding their individual journeys. The discussion also touches on the evolution of coaching styles and the significance of fostering a positive environment for youth athletes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Youth Sports Challenges
01:19 The Role of Parents in Youth Sports
03:16 Hyper-Competitiveness in Youth Sports
06:18 The Impact of Social Media on Youth Athletes
09:03 Developing Grit and Resilience in Young Athletes
11:38 Effort vs. Talent in Youth Sports
14:22 Conversations with Young Athletes
17:32 The Shift in Coaching Philosophy
20:13 Building a Positive Sports Culture
23:04 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
33:54 Building Resilience in Young Athletes
35:17 Understanding Imposter Syndrome
37:56 The Connection Between Belief and Confidence
39:50 Gender Differences in Coaching and Communication
45:16 The Origins of Mental Edge Hockey
49:11 Youth Hockey Growth in Florida
49:51 Navigating Expectations in Youth Sports
55:51 The Importance of Self-Driven Motivation
01:00:31 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
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By Quinn MagnusonKeywords
youth sports, amateur sports, parenting, grit, resilience, mental edge, coaching, hyper-competitiveness, effort over results, imposter syndrome
Summary
In this conversation, Sandy Cohan discusses the challenges facing youth sports today, including hyper-competitiveness, the impact of parenting, and the importance of building grit and resilience in young athletes. The dialogue emphasizes a shift from a results-oriented mindset to one that values effort and personal growth. Sandy shares insights from his experience in coaching and mental performance, highlighting the need for effective communication with young athletes and the importance of understanding their individual journeys. The discussion also touches on the evolution of coaching styles and the significance of fostering a positive environment for youth athletes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Youth Sports Challenges
01:19 The Role of Parents in Youth Sports
03:16 Hyper-Competitiveness in Youth Sports
06:18 The Impact of Social Media on Youth Athletes
09:03 Developing Grit and Resilience in Young Athletes
11:38 Effort vs. Talent in Youth Sports
14:22 Conversations with Young Athletes
17:32 The Shift in Coaching Philosophy
20:13 Building a Positive Sports Culture
23:04 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
33:54 Building Resilience in Young Athletes
35:17 Understanding Imposter Syndrome
37:56 The Connection Between Belief and Confidence
39:50 Gender Differences in Coaching and Communication
45:16 The Origins of Mental Edge Hockey
49:11 Youth Hockey Growth in Florida
49:51 Navigating Expectations in Youth Sports
55:51 The Importance of Self-Driven Motivation
01:00:31 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways